Description
A fast and reliable side dish featuring fresh green beans sautéed with fragrant garlic, perfect for complementing any main dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Fresh green beans (Use fresh, crisp beans for the best texture.)
- 3-5 cloves Garlic, minced or thin sliced (Adjust garlic quantity based on preference.)
- 1-2 tablespoons Olive oil (Extra virgin olive oil is recommended.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste.)
- twists Black pepper (Add a few twists for seasoning.)
Optional Additions
- 1 Squeeze of lemon (For brightness at the end.)
- 1 pinch Chili flakes (For added heat, if desired.)
- 1 small pat Butter (To finish for richness.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse and dry the green beans thoroughly.
- Trim the ends of the green beans.
- Optional: Blanch the beans in boiling salted water for 2-3 minutes, then move them to ice water to cool. Drain and dry.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add olive oil.
- Add the green beans and a pinch of salt. Toss and cook for 4 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Turn the heat down to medium and add the minced garlic. Cook for about 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add black pepper to taste and adjust salt if necessary.
- Optional: Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice or a small pat of butter.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best texture. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in a skillet. To avoid sogginess when reheating, use a drizzle of oil and medium heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American